Henry V (DVD) (UK Import)

Directed by Laurence Olivier

Starring: Laurence Olivier, Robert Newton, Leslie Banks, Esmond Knight, Leo Genn, Felix Aylmer, Ralph Truman, Harcourt Williams, Ivy St Helier, Ernest Thesiger, Max Adrian
Contributors: Laurence Olivier, Filippo Del Giudice, Reginald Beck, Alan Dent, William Walton, Muir Mathieson, Paul Sheriff, Roger K. Furse, Robert Krasker, Jack Hildyard
Studio: ITV Studios
Genre: Classic
Main Language: English
Region: Region 2
Release Date: 7 Apr 2003
Originally Issued: 1944
No of Discs: 1
BBFC Cert: (U) Universal, suitable for all.
Run Time: 137 minutes

Description

Laurence Olivier directs and stars in this classic adaptation of Shakespeare's play about the king who led England to victory in the Battle of Agincourt. The film pays tribute to its origins by opening in a version of the Globe Theatre in 17th century London, where Henry (Olivier) takes to the stage along with a variety of nobles to discuss his plans to stake a claim to the French throne. As the range of Henry's ambitions make themselves known, the theatrical artifice gives way to a more naturalised style and follows Henry as he sets sail from Southampton with his army.

Inspired by Henry, the invading English hand the French several defeats, culminating in a triumph against far superior numbers at Agincourt. Shot during WWII, the film was designed to raise morale in the ongoing battle against Nazi Germany and earned Olivier an Academy Award for his 'outstanding achievement' in bringing the film to screen.

Special Features

• Interactive Menus
• Scene Access